Elmendorf Tear Tester
Models and weights are available to test material with a variety of strengths.
The Elmendorf Tear Tester uses the Elmendorf principle to determine the internal tearing resistance of paper and board. The instrument, with choice of pendulum weight, is calibrated at the factory and includes a traceable check weight to verify calibration.
Applications
Paper and board
Features
- Adjustable cutting blade provides precise tearing length to meet test standard
- Dual leveling screws
- Sample cutter included
- Choice of pendulums
| Pendulum type | Range mN | gf |
| 1/4A (E) | 0-2000 | 0-200 |
| 1/4A (E) | 0-2000 | 0-200 |
| 1/4A (E) | 0-2000 | 0-200 |
| 1/2A (F) | 0-4000 | 0-400 |
| A | 0-8000 | 0-800 |
| B | 0-16000 | 0-1600 |
| C | 0-32000 | 0-3200 |
Specifications
TAPPI T 414, EN 21974, DIN 53128, SCAN P11
Instrument size
- Width: 380 mm (15 in)
- Depth: 185 mm (7.3 in)
- Height: 485 mm (19 in)
- Weight: 20 kg (44 lb)
Connections
Air Requirements: Instrument quality 600 kPa (for pneumatic option)
Ordering information
Specify choice of pendulum